Raistlin

“Derived, possibly fictional or related to a historical character” — Associated with themes of power and sacrifice in the fantasy genre

American origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#10535US 2021

7Births / yr

↑Rising

374All-time births

📅 Since 199100

How to pronounce Raistlin

RAH·ee·SAY·NTLIN

/ˈrɑ.iː.ˈseɪ.ˈntlɪn/ · stress on RAH · 4 syllables

“Derived, possibly fictional or related to a historical character”

Associated with themes of power and sacrifice in the fantasy genre · American origin

What does Raistlin mean and where does it come from?

Raistlin is a character name from the Dragonlance novels created by Margaret Weis and Tracy Hickman in the 1980s. The character Raistlin Majere is a complex figure, often associated with themes of power and sacrifice in the fantasy genre. The name itself has gained some prominence as a unique name c

Cultural significance

Raistlin has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of derived, possibly fictional or related to a historical character.

Peak popularity

Reached #3289 in 1998 — currently #10535 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Raistlin?

Raistlin works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Raistlin Grace

How popular is Raistlin right now?

Rising fast — up 2112 spots — currently #10535 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1995–2021#10535 · Top 7.8%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2021	#10535	7	▲ up 2112 · +40% births
2020	#12647	5	▼ down 4262 · -44% births
2015	#8385	9	▲ up 2999 · +50% births
2010	#11384	6	▼ down 4449 · -45% births
2005	#6935	11	▼ down 3531 · -56% births
2000	#3404	25	▲ up 641 · +56% births
1995	#4045	16	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Raistlin

Best Year2000Rank #3404

Peak Count25

Average Rank#8191

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1995 - 20217 years

The story of Raistlin

Raistlin is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1991. With 374 total births recorded, Raistlin remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #4045 in 1995, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #10535 in 2021.

Names that peaked alongside Raistlin in 1998:

Michael Jacob Matthew Joshua Christopher

Raistlin by decade

Raistlin peaked in the 1990s. See all 1990s names →

Decade	Births
1990s	124
2000s ★	171
2010s	74
2020s	5

💎Raistlin has only 374 total recorded births since 1991 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Raistlin?

Common

RaiRaieRayIstlin

What names sound and feel like Raistlin?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Raistlin also consider these

Caittlin

Latin · A Latin name

Raylin

American · A combination of

Brailin

American · A modern invented

American · A variation of

Cashlin

American · A variant of

Common questions about the name Raistlin

What does the name Raistlin mean?

Raistlin means "Derived, possibly fictional or related to a historical character" — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Raistlin?

Raistlin is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Raistlin have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Raistlin?

Raistlin originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Raistlin?

Raistlin is a four-syllable name pronounced R AA1 IY0 S EY1 N T L IH1 N. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Raistlin?

Raistlin pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar American heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.